The B Strong Group

January is National Blood Donor Month! Check out this PSA by our former Co-Chairs, Mapillar and Jeff.

Happening now. Sickle Cell Community Consortium is being honored with the 2025 ASH Advocacy Award, alongside Sick Cells and SCDAA. Grateful for this recognition and proud of our community's advocacy and impact. #ASH2025 #SickleCell #Advocacy #HappeningNow

Thank you for standing with us, believing in our mission, and helping us educate, advocate, and empower our community. Here’s to 8 years of building a stronger village and to the many more ahead. #8YearsStrong #BuildingAVillage #SickleCellAwareness #CommunityStrong

Today We Celebrate 8 Years! The B Strong Group was born from love, purpose, and a deep commitment to families impacted by sickle cell disease. Today, we honor the journey; every caregiver, every warrior, every partner, and every moment that has shaped our village.

Thank you!

Healing starts with you. Join Stefanie Worth on Nov 15 for “The Caregiver’s Legacy: How We Heal Together.” 🗓 Nov 13–16 | Virtual Event 🎟 Register: scdcaregivers.org #SCDCaregiverSummit2025 #HeartOfCaregiving

Some days you need a reset. Here are five reminders: • Progress counts • Good things take time • Ask what is the best that could happen • What is meant for you will find you • Stop getting in your own way Join us at SCDCaregivers.org.

I’m thinking about meds, appointments, love, and rest that never comes. A caregiver’s mind never stops, but here’s a space that understands. Join us Nov 15–17 for the Caregivers Summit. Register: bit.ly/CaregiverSummi… #CaregiverSummit #SickleCellStrong

If you care for or love someone with sickle cell disease, join us. This event is for you!! ♥️ @mgba03 scdcaregivers.org/register

What does true understanding look like for caregivers? 💭 It looks like family, support, and connection. 💕 Join us Nov 13–16 for the 5th Annual Virtual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit — a community that truly understands. 🔗 SCDCaregivers.org #SCDCaregiverSummit2025

Caregivers notice what others miss — the small wins, the close calls, the quiet strength. 💜 Take a moment to refill your cup at the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit, Nov 13–16, 2025. Register now 👉 SCDCaregivers.org #HeartOfCaregiving #SCDCaregiverSummit2025

🩸 Speaker Spotlight: Bert Wright Join us at the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit for his session on Life Planning, covering: 🗓 Nov 13–16 | 💻 Virtual & Free 🔗 scdcaregivers.org

When was the last time you watched something that truly moved you? Join us for Family Movie Night at the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit, featuring a powerful documentary. Nov 14, 2025 | Virtual | Free to attend Register: scdcaregivers.org

💻 The 5th Annual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit is almost here — Nov 13–16! ❤️ 🎓 Scholarships available for caregivers and warriors! Join us for powerful sessions, real stories & community. 📩 caregivers@sicklecellconsortium.org 🌐 scdcaregivers.org

Save the Date & Join Us! 🗓️ Nov 13–16, 2025 The Fifth Annual Virtual Sickle Cell Caregiver Summit that brings together sickle cell caregivers from around the world for wellness, advocacy, and connection. Sign up at: SCDCaregivers.org/register #SCDCaregiverSummit2025

Register today: thebstronggroup.org/event/2nd-annu… #SCSickleStrong #SickleCellAwareness @mgba03

Join us at the SC Dept of Archives & History on Saturday, October 4 for our 2nd Annual SC Sickle Cell Symposium. We are calling all of our SCD Stakeholders to attend: caregivers, patients, providers, community leaders, educators and fellow CBOs and advocates to attend.

🎉 The Sickle Cell Consortium is turning 10! A decade of impact, advocacy, and community power. 💪🏽❤️ Hear from Mother Doris Bailey as we celebrate at the 12th Annual Warriors Convention — it’s not too late to join us! 🔗 sicklecellconvention.org #SC3WarriorsConvention2025

July is National Minority Mental Health Month. For those with sickle cell, mental health is part of the fight too. Systemic barriers make it harder — but everyone deserves care that understands their pain and their story. 🩸🧠 #SickleCell #MentalHealthMatters

🩸 “Sickle cell is a blood disease, not a Black disease.” – Dr. Bailey This #WorldSickleCellDay, we’re breaking the stigma and pushing for equity in care. Sickle cell affects people — and every voice matters. #SickleCellAwareness #SCD #HealthEquity